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The frame on my 2005 Toyota Tacoma Pre runner is completely rusted out due to a flaw

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by nester, Jan 17, 2014.

  1. Jan 17, 2014 at 6:21 PM
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    nester

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    The frame on my 2005 Toyota Tacoma Pre runner is completely rusted out due to a flaw in the manufacturing process. The recall was 3 months past the date of the end of the recall. Now my vehicle has large cracks in the frame and is no longer safe.

    This issue still exists in the 2005 model and must be addressed for public safety. There was a recall that covered this problem up until the end of 2004. Mine was purchased in the being of 2005.

    This is a known problem with this truck and is being ignored by Toyota. They are failing to repair this and picking and choosing if they infact want to repair some trucks and not others.

    Toyotas options on the fact that my truck has a manufacture defect that is unsafe to drive.

    PLEASE HELP!! Any ideas?

    http://www.tacomaworld.com/gallery/data/500/medium/2014-01-17_14_45_44.jpg
     
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  2. Jan 17, 2014 at 7:06 PM
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    SierraMare

    SierraMare Well-Known Member

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    First, post pictures of the damage.
     
  3. Jan 17, 2014 at 7:17 PM
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    Mainmoe02

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    The recall that your talking about was for the first gen trucks, I believe.

    I remember reading about recalls for the 2nd gen (2005+ )frame rust as well that are still ongoing. This forum is full of info, just gotta find it.
     
  4. Jan 17, 2014 at 7:18 PM
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    koditten

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    Reserected from the dead.
    Was the truck purchased in 2005, but built in 2004? Check the door tag.
     

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